The Hindu Vocabulary 24 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Bilateral

Adjective

Involving two sides, typically referring to agreements or negotiations between two parties.

(द्विपक्षीय)

Two-sided, Reciprocal, JointaaA, Mutual, Combined, Dual, Collective, Symmetrical, Paired, Interactive

Unilateral, Multilateral, Independent, Singular, Individual, One-sided, Isolated, Separate, Autonomous, Asymmetric

The countries signed a bilateral agreement to improve trade relations.

Transgress

Verb

To go beyond the bounds or limits, especially in violation of a rule or law.

(उल्लंघन करना)

Violate, Infringe, Breach, Disobey, Offend, Exceed, Trespass, Contravene, Overstep, Defy

Obey, Comply, Follow, Respect, Adhere, Conform, Abide, Observe, Uphold, Submit

He was punished because he transgressed the school rules.

Counter

Verb

To act against or in opposition to something.

(प्रतिकार)

Oppose, Defy, Resist, Neutralize, Offset, Refute, Combat, Respond, Confront, Repel

Support, Aid, Assist, Agree, Comply, Cooperate, Promote, Affirm, Encourage, Endorse

The company developed a new strategy to counter the competition.

Halt

Verb

To stop or bring to a stop.

(रोकना)

Stop, Cease, Pause, End, Terminate, Freeze, Arrest, Break, Suspend, Interrupt

Start, Begin, Proceed, Continue, Go, Move, Advance, Progress, Resume, Push

The government ordered a halt to construction due to environmental concerns.

Disengagement

Noun

The process of withdrawing or separating from an activity or situation.

(विमुक्ति)

Withdrawal, Detachment, Separation, Disconnection, Liberation, Release, Uncoupling, Severance, Disbanding, Isolation

Engagement, Involvement, Participation, Connection, Commitment, Attachment, Bonding, Enlistment, Association, Interaction

The army's disengagement from the area was completed successfully.

Brim

Noun

The upper edge or border of a container; to be full to the point of overflowing.

(पूर्णता)

Edge, Rim, Verge, Border, Lip, Overflow, Spill, Top, Fullness, Crest

Empty, Hollow, Devoid, Bare, Void, Shallow, Drain, Lessen, Diminish, Reduce

The glass was filled to the brim with water.

Troop

Noun

A group of soldiers; a group of people or animals.

(टुकड़ी)

Soldiers, Unit, Squad, Company, Contingent, Brigade, Force, Group, Battalion, Platoon

Individual, Solitude, Loneliness, Isolation, Singleton, Solitary, One, Singular, Person, Unit

The troop marched across the field during the parade.

Patrol

Noun

The act of moving around a place or area for security or surveillance.

(निगरानी)

Watch, Guard, Survey, Monitor, Scout, Inspect, Secure, Check, Search, Reconnoiter

Neglect, Ignore, Abandon, Overlook, Disregard, Avoid, Miss, Evade, Inattention, Forsake

The police patrol the streets every night for safety.

Retreat

Verb

To withdraw from a position or situation, especially in a military context.

(पीछे हटना)

Withdraw, Recede, Retire, Recoil, Pull back, Flee, Back off, Exit, Regress, Abandon

Advance, Attack, Progress, Move forward, Engage, Charge, Press, Push, March, Pursue

The army decided to retreat after the enemy's attack intensified.

Engender

Verb

To cause or give rise to a situation or condition.

(उत्पन्न करना)

Generate, Create, Produce, Incite, Spark, Provoke, Instigate, Trigger, Induce, Foster

Prevent, Halt, Suppress, Destroy, Extinguish, End, Negate, Avoid, Inhibit, Nullify

The policies of the government engendered widespread public support.

Tranquillity

Noun

The quality or state of being calm and peaceful.

(शांति)

Peace, Calmness, Serenity, Quiet, Stillness, Harmony, Relaxation, Restfulness, Equanimity, Repose

Chaos, Turmoil, Agitation, Disturbance, Noise, Disruption, Disorder, Commotion, Panic, Frenzy

She enjoys the tranquillity of the countryside during her weekends.

Modus vivendi

Noun

An arrangement allowing conflicting parties to coexist peacefully; a way of living.

(सहअस्तित्व की व्यवस्था)

Compromise, Agreement, Truce, Understanding, Coexistence, Accord, Settlement, Concord, Resolution, Peace

Conflict, Disagreement, Dissension, War, Dispute, Chaos, Rupture, Clash, Misunderstanding, Division

The two rival groups found a modus vivendi to avoid further conflicts.